Nursing Courses

An opportunity to assist researchers in carrying out health related research. Course may be repeated for credit. 1 credit. (EL)

Education in simple, specialized techniques for mind calming and body relaxation; assessment of individual and environmental stressors; problem-solving strategies that foster analytical, critical, and creative thinking as well as intuitive processes; stress management skills in the clinical setting. Course may be repeated for credit. 1 credit. (EL)

Introduction to the principles of health care terminology. 1 credit. (EL)

Focus on critical thinking in relation to dosage calculation. Practice with conversions between metric, apothecary, and household measurements. Oral, parenteral, and intravenous dosages for both the adult and the pediatric client. 1 credit. (EL)

Spanish vocabulary and discursive structures utilized in health professions for basic communication and client assessment. Previous knowledge of basic Spanish language vocabulary and structures recommended. Course may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 1 credit.

Community service activity focused on assisting agencies that provide health services necessary for the well-being of the community. Course may be repeated for credit. 1 credit. (EL)

Provides students opportunity to learn and develop mentoring skills (how to coach, reinforce learning, and support nursing students who are learning clinical skills). May be taken three times for credit. 1 credit.

Exploration of career opportunities in nursing practice, education, administration, and research available with graduate degrees in nursing. 1 credit.

Introduction to the profession of nursing. Professional values, standards, socialization, critical thinking, culture, research, health care delivery systems and roles of nurses explored at a beginning level. Course fee applies. 1 credit.

Foundational concepts across the lifespan of community-based nursing in preparation for reflective professional practice. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 1. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Nursing. Corequisites: 315, 320, 335. 4 credits

A transition to baccalaureate nursing education for the Registered Nurse student. Builds on previous knowledge and skills applicable to the practice of professional nursing. Fees may apply. RN-BSN Program: Semester 1. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Nursing. 6 credits.

Prepares students for professional practice and effective working relationships in interdisciplinary setting through the use of evidence-based communication strategies. Includes a focus on diverse clients and communication across the lifespan. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. R.N. to B.S.N Program: Semester 2. Prerequisite: 308. 3 credits.

Preparation for professional practice and effective working relationships in interdisciplinary settings through the use of evidence-based communication strategies. Includes a focus on diverse clients and communication across the lifespan. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 1. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Nursing. Corequissites: 305, 320, 335. 3 credits. 3 credits.

Concepts necessary to engage in evidence-based nursing practice. Develop an attitude of inquiry in nursing practice. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 1. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Nursing. Corequisites: 305, 315, 335. 3 credits.

Concepts necessary to engage in evidence-based nursing practice. Develop an attitude of inquiry in nursing practice. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. RN-BSN Program: Semester 2. Prerequisite: 308. 3 credits.

A knowledge integration course that prepares the student to use sound clinical reasoning in providing safe and effective nursing care with clients across the lifespan. Experiential learning in clinical and simulated laboratory settings that promotes integration of the Semester One concepts. Lecture/Discussion/Lab. $734 fee. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 1. Prerequisite: Admission to the School of Nursing. Corequisites: 305, 315, 320. 4 credits (lab).

Essential knowledge of concepts, theories and clinical practice necessary to make sound clinical judgments when providing nursing care to persons across the lifespan with chronic conditions, their families, and caregivers. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 2. Prerequisites: 305, 315, 320, 335. Corequisites: 365, 375, 395. 3 credits.

Application of concepts of pathophysiology and pharmacology within the context of nursing care of clients with prevalent chronic and mental health conditions across the lifespan. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 2. Prerequisites: 305, 315, 320, 335. Corequisites: 355, 375, 395. 3 credits.

A knowledge integration course that prepares the student to use sound clinical reasoning in providing safe and effective nursing care with clients across the lifespan experiencing chronic mental and health conditions in a variety of settings. $175 fee. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 2. Prerequisites: 305, 315, 320, 335. Corequisites: 355, 365, 395. 5 credits (lab).

Examine promotion of mental health, disease prevention, treatment and nursing care management of mental illness in diverse populations across the lifespan. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 2. Prerequisites: 305, 315, 320, 335. Corequisites: 355, 365, 375. 3 credits.

Explores essential concepts, knowledge and skills to care for clients and their families across the lifespan during major health and illness transitions. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 3. Prerequisites: 355, 365, 375, 395. Corequisites: 435, 445, 455. 3 credits.

Integrates knowledge of acute nursing care into planning and delivering safe and effective evidenced based nursing care that prioritizes needs and goals, demonstrates skill proficiency, and considers ethical and cultural implications. Lecture/Discussion/Lab. $227 fee. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 3. Prerequisites: 355, 365, 375, 395. Corequisites: 425, 445, 455. 6 credits (lab).

Essential concepts, theories and clinical practice necessary to make safe and effective clinical judgments when providing care to persons with acute conditions and their families. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 3. Prerequisites: 355, 365, 375, 395. Corequisities: 425, 435, 445. 4 credits.

Healthcare issues and nursing interventions from multicultural, domestic and global perspectives. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 4. Prerequisites: 425, 435, 455. Corequisites: 470, 475. 3 credits.

Health care issues and nursing interventions from multicultural, domestic and global perspectives. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. RN-BSN Program: Semester 3. Prerequisites: 310, 321. 3 credits.

Nursing leadership in healthcare organizations, policy and management. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. Pre-licensure Programs: Semester 4. Prerequisites: 425, 435, 445, 455. Corequisites: 460, 475. 3 credits. (MWI)

Nursing leadership in healthcare organizations, policy and managment. Lecture/Discussion. Fees may apply. RN-BSN Program: Semester 3. Prerequisites: 310, 321. 3 credits.

Immersion experience in nursing. Experiential learning that incorporates simulation and practice in leadership, management and population-based nursing care. $155 fee. Pre-licensure Programs: Prerequisites: 425, 435, 445, 455. Corequisites: 460, 470. 7 credits (lab).

Immersion experience in nursing. Experiential learning that incorporates simulation and practice in leadership, management and population-based nursing care in a multi-cultural and global society. $100 fee. R.N. to B.S.N. Program: Semester 4. Prerequisites: 462, 472. 6 credits (lab).

For students with advanced standing who want to continue to investigate topics of interest developed in required nursing courses or to study material not specifically addressed in other nursing courses. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 1-5 credits.

Exploration of substance abuse issues with individuals and their famalies. Emphasis on the role of the healthcare professional as part of an interdisciplinary team. 3 credits.

Professional nursing care of Hispanic population. Focus on topics such as religion, access, communication, economics, and politics in relation to health care. Application in a local Hispanic community setting. Enrollment limited by practicum space. Prerequisites: 355, 365, 375, 395. Spanish language skills useful, but not required. 2 credits.

The survivor's experience of violence, with emphasis on developing self-awareness as an essential component of providing nursing care to survivors of violence. 2 Credits.

Exploration of selected aspects of nursing history, including the contributions of religious orders and culturally and ethically diverse nurses, and their effects on contemporary nursing. 3 credits. (VP)

Theories and concepts necessary for understanding holistic principles. Recognition that holism is a way of being. Application of holistic principles in students' personal and professional roles. 2 credits.

Exploration of issues and methods in health care ethics that have arisen from the influence and perspectives of women. Includes overview of feminist ideology and examination of the foundations of bioethics in relation to gender and power.

Culture and socioeconomic status are the foundation for exploring the health of social, ethnic, cultural, and other vulnerable populations. Influences that dictate access to and utilizing of healthcare resources that contribute to health disparities are explored through critical analysis and dialogue. 3 credits. (IS)

Overview of HIV infection to include current concepts and analyses of societal impact from both global and local perspectives. Examination of development of therapeutic tools and skills to educate, reduce risks, control infection, and affect care and healing of adult and children clients, family members, and community from a nursing perspective. 3 credits. (UQ)

Family violence as a multifaceted problem within the broader social context, with focus on theories, research, and nursing practice. The nurse's role in working with those involved in partner, child, and elder abuse. Prerequisite or corequisite: 395. 2 credits.

Overview of palliative nursing as a scientific and humanistic approach to caring for individuals experiencing life-limiting illness. Examines approaches to care that combine compassion with quality care measures that address physical, psychological, social, spiritual, cultural, and existential aspects of holistic care of the individual and family across the lifespan. Pre-licensure Programs: Prerequisite: 355 or RN to BSN major. 3 Credits. (UQ)

Adverse childhood experiences, exposure to toxic stress, and trauma experiences that can lead to physical and mental health disparities, higher risk behaviors, and learning challenges are examined. Trauma Informed Care and other models such as the Recovery Model are used to explore ways educators and health care professionals can intervene to help develop hardiness and resilience. Systems, institutions, communities, and policies are examined to address those marginalized by trauma. Offered Fall. 3 credits. (US).